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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Who does Agnes' mother take with her after she leaves Agnes behind as a young girl?
2. How is Natan murdered, as described in Chapter 3?
3. Who welcomes Reverend Toti to the church in Chapter 4?
4. How does Margret feel about the men sent to protect her family in Chapter 2?
5. In the Prologue, Agnes reveals what to the reader?
Short Essay Questions
1. What are Agnes' emotions like when she first arrives at Kornsa?
2. How does Agnes respond to Reverend Toti's initial comments about prayer and absolution?
3. How does Agnes feel about her conviction at the start of the narrative?
4. What is the issue Agnes has with Reverend Toti?
5. How does Margret respond to Roslin's opinions? Why?
6. How does Blondal feel about asking the Assistant Reverend Thorvardur Jonsson to meet with Agnes?
7. Where do we clearly see the difference of opinion toward Agnes between the Jonsdottir girls?
8. What does the Ministerial Book reveal about Agnes' past that may give insight into her future?
9. How does the Supreme Court Trials describe the crime?
10. What does Margret think about the morning after Agnes' arrival?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
How do you feel about the historical documents that begin each chapter? How did these change or help you understand Agnes' story?
Essay Topic 2
Agnes tackles the idea of truth throughout the text; it appears it is a very contentious topic for her. How does she view truth and why do you think she has come to those conclusions? Provide four quotes that prove Agnes' definition of truth.
Essay Topic 3
Natan and Agnes have a tumultuous relationship, which seems to leave Agnes in wonderment. Describe their relationship and each role the character played. Use five quotes to back up your vision.
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